Most of you would probably never guess where my good friend and fellow Brown Clinic Physicians Assistant Stefanie Kranz and myself went for lunch today….McDonalds. Now you’re probably thinking why would 2 health professionals choose one of the so-called worst fast food restaurants to eat lunch at! Well, the main reason was that we were crunched for time, which I’m sure applies to many of you as well. However we also wanted to go somewhere that had good salads. Yes, you read that correctly, salads! In the last few years fast food places such as McDonalds have really improved their menus and now offer several health conscious choices. Before you order the typical value meal, look for other options such as a tasty summer salad, yogurt parfait, or even a smoothie over the icecream treat. Another tip is to share a meal if you really want those fries. This will allow you to get your fix, while still being mindful. Key words to look for are grilled, baked, broiled (stay away from breaded items) and watch out for the extra sauces added to burgers, sandwiches, etc. You can also look up their nutrition information online to help you make a good choice!
-Kelsey
